Author: Auburndale Community Library

The Auburndale Community Library is a non-profit community library staffed by volunteers and funded 100% by donations.

ACL Garden Club Speaker Series: Monday, March 23rd at 7:30 pm “Unified Garden” ~ Ashley Davidoff

Getting tired of snow?  Ready to think Spring? We have the perfect solution: come to the Auburndale Community Library Garden Club Speaker Series on March 23rd, at 7:30 PM.  Ashley Davidoff will reflect on his artistic interests in his garden. ​Ashley’s front walk Ask questions, learn about gardening in Newton, enjoy refreshments, and greet other… Continue reading ACL Garden Club Speaker Series: Monday, March 23rd at 7:30 pm “Unified Garden” ~ Ashley Davidoff

ACL Garden Club Speaker Series: Monday, March 9th at 7:30 pm Integrating Edibles in Healthy Soil ~ Charlie Radoslovich

Getting tired of snow?  Ready to think Spring? We have the perfect solution: come to the first in the Auburndale Community Library Garden Club Speaker Series on March 9th, at 7:30 PM.  Charlie Radoslovich will share with us his model of urban farming based on the SPIN (small plot intensive) growing practices.  As a horticulturalist… Continue reading ACL Garden Club Speaker Series: Monday, March 9th at 7:30 pm Integrating Edibles in Healthy Soil ~ Charlie Radoslovich

Giant Snow Cake in Honor of Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Week

Our wonderfully creative volunteer Janet Linder thought that the snow pile in front of the library looked like a giant cake, so we decked it out for Tuesday story time this week in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday.  While the stuffed friends are now safely back inside to stay warm and dry, the ‘candles’ remain… Continue reading Giant Snow Cake in Honor of Dr. Seuss’s Birthday Week

Community News

Turtle Lane Playhouse Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 10 at 7:00 pm at City Hall, Second Floor The public hearing on Turtle Lane will be held on Tuesday, March 10, 2015 at 7:00 PM, second floor, NEWTON CITY HALL before the LAND USE COMMITTEE of the BOARD OF ALDERMEN and in the case of continued… Continue reading Community News

Knit-A-Long Club Saturday March 28th from 10:30 – 11:45 am

It’s been a perfect winter for knitting!  Knitting guru Judy Castaldi will be on hand to help knitters with projects, troubleshoot, or even teach you how to knit from scratch.  Anyone who enjoys knitting or would like to learn how to knit is welcome to come.  All ages and skill levels are welcome.  Upcoming dates: March 28 April 11 April 25

Many Thanks to Our February ACL Shift Volunteers

These volunteers donated their time and talents at the ACL over the month of February.  Next time you see one of them around town, give them a big ol’ hearty THANKS! AnnaMaria Abernathy, Debbie Bowen, Johanne Campbell, Nancy Caulfield, Ellen Chu, Sylvia Cui, Barb Day, Joanne Dixon, Carol Gladden, Barry Goldstein, Dana Hanson, Jane Hobbs,… Continue reading Many Thanks to Our February ACL Shift Volunteers

Newton Nomadic Theater Re-TURNS…”Turn of the Screw” at the ACL on Saturday, Feb 21 and Sunday, Feb 22 

The Newton Nomadic Theater is coming back to Auburndale Community Library with its next production. “Turn of the Screw”, an eerie ghost story based on a Henry James story, will feature two fabulous Boston actors – Marge Dunn and Billy Meleady. The play will open up the road at Gregorian Rugs on Feb 13, 14… Continue reading Newton Nomadic Theater Re-TURNS…”Turn of the Screw” at the ACL on Saturday, Feb 21 and Sunday, Feb 22 

ACL Annual Meeting ~ RESCHEDULED for Tuesday, February 10 at 7:30 pm

The snow put a bit of a crimp in our plans to meet on Tuesday, January 27th at 7:30 pm. So we’ve rescheduled for Tuesday February 10 at 7:30pm. We will review circulation statistics, programming, our budget, and general ACL operations.  We will also vote on new board members.  Just a time to bring everyone together… Continue reading ACL Annual Meeting ~ RESCHEDULED for Tuesday, February 10 at 7:30 pm